A Detailed Comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

A very important difference between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Cardigan Welsh Corgi Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 10 inches to 1 foot tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Weight 25 to 38 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2100 No Data
Price Range $1250 – $3000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • approved laboratory
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy 3 (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Cardigan Welsh Corgi!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgis adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:

  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis weigh 25 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Cardigan Welsh Corgis are 10 inches to 1 foot tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Tennessee Brindles weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Tennessee Brindles are 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgis is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgis is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is 11.0 years.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cardigan Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cardigan Welsh Corgi:

  • West Highland White Terrier (84 percent match with Cardigan Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs West Highland White Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Treeing Tennessee Brindle:

  • Bracco Italiano (78 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and how the Treeing Tennessee Brindle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to other breeds:

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Scottish Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Manchester Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Barbet     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Brussels Griffon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Afghan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lancashire Heeler     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Japanese Chin     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Scottish Deerhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Springer Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bichon Frise     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Japanese Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Siberian Husky     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Maltipoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Biewer Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Keeshond     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Schipperke     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Welsh Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Wolfhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Pinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Doberman Pinscher     

    Conclusion: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.